Multiple UNC Football Players Facing Reckless Driving Charges
Several UNC football players are facing charges of reckless driving, speeding and other...
36th Annual Alternative Gift Market is Back with Gifts that Give Twice
The United Church of Chapel Hill will host its 36th Alternative Gift Market on Saturday, November 22nd from 9AM to 3PM and Sunday, November 23rd from 10AM to 1PM. This two-day, annual event supports Church World Service initiatives and encourages buying thoughtful gifts that give twice.
The Casual Pint of Chapel Hill Closing Permanently in December
The Casual Pint of Chapel Hill has announced it will be closing its doors permanently in December....
Chansky’s Notebook: New and Old
N.C. State was on TV Monday night, with Ven Allen-Lubin in the almost all new starting lineup for the 25th-ranked Wolfpack.
NC Sen. Graig Meyer on State and Federal Impasses, Healthcare Premiums, And The Redistricting Battle
North Carolina District 23 Sen. and Democrat Graig Meyer joined 97.9 The Hill to discuss the ongoing impasse at the state legislature.
2025 UNC Football Opponent Preview: Duke
UNC will host rival Duke at Kenan Stadium Saturday afternoon in the Tar Heels’ final home...
Hometown Hero: Nabarun Dasgupta
This week’s Hometown Hero, presented by Hendrick Southpoint, is Nabarun Dasgupta. Dasgupta...
Palestinian Deaths in Israeli Custody Have Surged. A Prison Guard Describes Rampant Abuse
Written by SAM MEDNICK TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — The number of Palestinians dying in Israeli custody...
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97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn the details behind the Board of Trustees at UNC deciding on a tuition hike for in-state students for the first time in almost a decade. We also learn of a series of public talks about a reduced state budget for CHCCS, a couple of late afternoon crime updates from Chapel Hill, and more. In sports, UNC Field Hockey moves on to the round of 8 in the NCAA tournament after beating St. Joseph's, the basketball team looks to go 4-0 tonight, and more.
